Sennheiser RS 185 review: specs and price
Sennheiser RS 185
Why is Sennheiser RS 185 better than the average?
- Warranty period?
2 yearsvs1.45 years
Price comparison
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sennheiser RS 175 RF Wireless Headphone ...Sennheiser RS 175 RF Wireless Headphone System for TV Listening with Bass Boost and Surround Sound Modes | $158 | ||
| Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone ...Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone Systems for TV Listening with Selectable Hearing Boost Preset | $298 | ||
| Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone ...Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone System (Renewed) | $250 | ||
| Sennheiser HDR 175 Accessory RF Wireless...Sennheiser HDR 175 Accessory RF Wireless Headphone for RS 175 System | $166 | ||
| Replacement Ear Pads Headband Kit for S...Replacement Ear Pads Headband Kit for Sennheiser RS HDR 165 175 185 195 110 Headset Headphones Leather Sleeve Earphone Earmuff | $4.76 | ||
| Earpads Replacement Cushions for Sennhei...Earpads Replacement Cushions for Sennheiser RS HDR 165 175 185 195 Headphones Gamer Cushion Ear Pads Headset Cover Accessories | $8.00 | ||
| HDR175 HDR195 HDR RS175 RS195 Ear Pads R...HDR175 HDR195 HDR RS175 RS195 Ear Pads Replacement Cushion Foam for Sennheiser HDR RS 175 RF RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone | $8.09 | ||
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Design
Fit
Over-ear
The fit of the headphones.
weight
310g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
has a detachable cable
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With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
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The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
can be folded
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Foldable devices are easier to transport and take up less storage space.
has a tangle free cable
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The cable is designed to minimize tangling.
travel bag is included
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The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has an open-back design
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The device is designed in a way that allows sound to go out through the back of the ear cups, which usually have vents or perforations. This design provides very natural and accurate sound.
is dustproof and water-resistant
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The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.
Sound quality
has active noise cancellation (ANC)
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This type of device allows you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the volume to overcome background noise. Ideal for plane rides and morning commutes.
lowest frequency
17Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
highest frequency
22000Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
driver unit size
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The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
impedance
32 Ohms
Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
sound pressure level
106dB/mW
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
has a neodymium magnet
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Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
has passive noise reduction
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The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.
Power
Battery life
18h
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time
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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
Has USB Type-C
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The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
has a battery level indicator
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An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has wireless charging
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It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
battery power
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Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has a rechargeable battery
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The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
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The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
Connectivity
Connectivity
Wired
The connectivity type of the headphones.
Features
has a noise-canceling microphone
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These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
has ambient sound mode
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Ambient sound mode uses microphones to pass through ambient noises so that they can still be heard. It’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re jogging but still want to be able to hear traffic.
has in/on-ear detection
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Sensors can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused, saving battery life.
number of microphones
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More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a mute function
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The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
control panel placed on a device
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There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
can be used as a headset
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A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for apps that require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones, etc.
Has an in-line control panel
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There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.
warranty period
2 years
When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction. Note: This may vary by region.
Price comparison
| Product | Store | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sennheiser RS 175 RF Wireless Headphone ...Sennheiser RS 175 RF Wireless Headphone System for TV Listening with Bass Boost and Surround Sound Modes | $158 | ||
| Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone ...Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone Systems for TV Listening with Selectable Hearing Boost Preset | $298 | ||
| Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone ...Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone System (Renewed) | $250 | ||
| Sennheiser HDR 175 Accessory RF Wireless...Sennheiser HDR 175 Accessory RF Wireless Headphone for RS 175 System | $166 | ||
| Replacement Ear Pads Headband Kit for S...Replacement Ear Pads Headband Kit for Sennheiser RS HDR 165 175 185 195 110 Headset Headphones Leather Sleeve Earphone Earmuff | $4.76 | ||
| Earpads Replacement Cushions for Sennhei...Earpads Replacement Cushions for Sennheiser RS HDR 165 175 185 195 Headphones Gamer Cushion Ear Pads Headset Cover Accessories | $8.00 | ||
| HDR175 HDR195 HDR RS175 RS195 Ear Pads R...HDR175 HDR195 HDR RS175 RS195 Ear Pads Replacement Cushion Foam for Sennheiser HDR RS 175 RF RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone | $8.09 | ||
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